A Russian airstrike took place in Odessa overnight, damaging urban infrastructure and residential buildings. Direct hits were reported on multi-story apartment buildings in two districts.
Broken windows and damaged facade of a building in Odessa after a Russian drone strike. December 31, 2025. Source: Oleh Kiper / Telegram
The information was provided by the head of the Odessa Regional Military Administration, Serhiy Łysak reported that a fire broke out in one of the buildings.
Injured, including children
As a result of the attack, four people were injured, including three children:
– 7-month-old baby – average condition,
– 14-year-old boy – moderate condition, hospitalized,
– 8-year-old girl – average condition,
– 42-year-old man – in serious condition.
Damage to residential buildings
Falling debris and direct hits damaged the facades and windows of several multi-story residential buildings. The fire also destroyed parked civilian cars, said Oleh Kiper, head of the Odessa Regional Air Force Center.
Broken windows and damaged facade of a building in Odessa after a Russian drone strike. December 31, 2025. Source: Oleh Kiper / Telegram
The emergency services are in action
All emergency and municipal services are working at the scene. Assessments of the technical condition of damaged buildings and removal of the effects of the nighttime attack are underway.
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